Fax Form 8857 (innocent spouse relief) to the IRS

Before you fax

• Don't file Form 8857 with your tax return or with the Tax Court.
• Write your name and Social Security number on every attachment.
• Send it to the fax number or address even if you are already talking to an IRS employee about an exam, appeal or collection.
• If you received a notice of deficiency, also petition the Tax Court within the 90 days the notice gives. The IRS considering your request does not extend that deadline.
• To mail it instead: Internal Revenue Service, P.O. Box 120053, Covington, KY 41012.

How to send it without a fax machine

1. Fill in and sign Form 8857.
2. Write your name and SSN on each attachment, then scan or photograph every page.
3. Enter 855-233-8558 and add the pages.
4. Send, and keep the delivery receipt.

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